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Simple things such as holding the door open for someone, or giving up your seat on the bus, can make someone's day a little bit better.
Educating your children to be kind to others and giving is something that stays for life. You can start by getting them to donate toys they no longer play with.
You can literally save someone's life by being a blood donor.
Choose a cause and go for it. Get friends and family involved and raise some money for charity.
You know that ugly Christmas sweater? Someone out there would love to wear it. The same goes for any other unwanted gifts.
Are you good at something? Help others get good at it too. Teach your skills to those who can't afford to take a course to learn them, for instance.
Give up some of your time to help others at a soup kitchen. Just a couple of hours can make a huge difference.
The same goes for homeless shelters. Sadly, those who stay there don't have a home to go to, so any comfort your time can help bring them is invaluable.
This is particularly rewarding for those who love animals but are unable to have one at home.
Instead of buying regular post cards, buy some charity ones. It's a win-win!
If you're doing to buy more, why not give up a bit of what you already have? This will also be a great way to declutter your home.
Support farmers and workers in developing countries. From coffee to bananas, there's a huge range of Fairtrade products to choose from.
The United Nations celebrates and raises awareness about solidarity on December 20. Will you do your part?
Check out the relevant national giving days in your country. Giving Tuesday, more popular in the US, is a good example.
In many countries, companies will get a tax relief when they donate to charities, so it's always a good thing to consider.
Give a charitable twist to Secret Santa and get everyone at work involved.
And charge everyone involved, with all the proceeds going to charity. Try it!
Everyone loves a party, so why not get your coworkers involved and contribute with something for charity?
Follow and like charity pages on social media. The more these pages grow, the more people they can reach.
You don't want to be a spammer, but some things are definitely worth sharing.
If you can, raise awareness about men's health in November by growing a mustache and participating in the Movember initiative.
And you can grow a full beard in December to raise awareness about bowel cancer.
This is a great fundraising method, and it's fun!
Not every child has access to toys, so if you have some spare ones that your kids don't play with anymore, donate them to those who would love them.
Donate money to a charity close to your heart. Every bit counts.
Coats, gloves, hats, and any other warm items of clothing are particularly welcomed. Blankets are a good idea too!
Support the local economy by buying local produce. This a sustainable way to help your community.
Can you knit or make nice crafts? Why not sell them and donate the money to a charity of your choice?
You'll do the planet and generations to come a big favor.
Leave a gift to charity when you're gone. Now that's a legacy!
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Sometimes we shy away from charity, thinking that whatever we do will never be enough. But when it comes to making a difference in the world, we can all contribute, regardless of how big or small our contribution is.
Simple things such as being kind to a stranger, or buying a product that supports a charity, can help make our world a better place. It really doesn't take much to be more charitable and make a difference.
Click through this gallery and find out how you can help others.
Easy ways to make a difference in the world
There's more to being charitable than just donating money
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Sometimes we shy away from charity, thinking that whatever we do will never be enough. But when it comes to making a difference in the world, we can all contribute, regardless of how big or small our contribution is.
Simple things such as being kind to a stranger, or buying a product that supports a charity, can help make our world a better place. It really doesn't take much to be more charitable and make a difference.
Click through this gallery and find out how you can help others.